Which place is cheaper, Santiago or The Hague?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit The Hague or Santiago?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between The Hague and Santiago can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: The Hague or Santiago?
The Hague
The Hague is a metropolitan city in the province of South Holland, where the Dutch government is located. King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima currently reside there with their three children. The Hague is home to the U.N.'s International Court of Justice, as well as the International Criminal Court. It is the third largest city in the country, with a population of just over 500,000.
Santiago
Santiago is the capital city of Chile. It is centrally located in the long and narrow country, making it a good jumping off point to explore everywhere else. It's convenient location means that you can go skiing in the Andes one day, and hang out at the beach the next.
Santiago has a cool semi-arid climate that is similar to Mediterranean climates. The summers, which are between November and March, are warm and dry. The temperatures climb to around 95 degrees Fahrenheit. The winters, between June and August, are humid with cold mornings. The daily highs are around 55 degrees Fahrenheit and the lows stay a few degrees above freezing. Rain is more common in the winter months and the dry season is between December and March.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Netherlands, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Netherlands, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Chile, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Chile.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayThe Hague €218Santiago €138
The average daily cost (per person) in The Hague is €218, while the average daily cost in Santiago is €138. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for The Hague and Santiago in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personThe Hague €104Santiago €101
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomThe Hague €208Santiago €202
Compare Hotels in The Hague and Santiago
Looking for a hotel in The Hague or Santiago? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: The Hague Hotel Prices and Santiago Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.The Hague €19Santiago €4.98
Hired Cars and Shuttles in The Hague
Also for The Hague, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Den Haag: Train Transfer Den Haag from/to Rotterdam: $8.56
- Amsterdam: Train + tram transferring to/from Scheveningen: $22
- Eindhoven: Train Transfer Eindhoven from/to Den Haag: $36
- Private Transfer: Amsterdam Airport to The Hague (Den Haag): $120
- Private Transfer from The Hague City to Schiphol Airport: $153
- Private Transfer from The Hague to Amsterdam: $162
- Premium Electric transfer from Delft to Schiphol Airport: $173
- Private Transfer From The Hague Hotels to Amsterdam Cruise Port: $173
- Private Direct Transfer from The Hague to Amsterdam: $183
- Rotterdam & Delft: Private Tour with Cube House and Transfer: $224
- The Hague and Delft: Private Half-Day Tour with Transfer: $224
- Private Tour of The Hague and Gouda including Transfer: $259
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Santiago
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Santiago:
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Metro Ride€1.04
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santiago
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santiago:
- Villard Winery with exclusive guide + Premium Transfer: $220
- Transfer to Snowy Valley fullday for skiers: $49
- Transfer in/out cruise to/from Santiago plus tour Valparaiso: $135
- Transfer from Santiago Airport to Santiago Centro Commune: $52
- Transfer Santiago-Viña del Mar / Viña del Mar-Santiago: $220
- Transfer Santiago de Chile airport: $40
- Transfer Santiago Airport to the commune of Providencia: $56
- Transfer Parque Farellones Fullday 50%OFF: $59
- Transfer Airport/Port - Hotel: $65
- Tour to Santiago and Valparaiso with Transfers included: $150
- TRANSFER TRANSFER AIRPORT-VIÑA DEL MAR VALPARAISO: $143
- Valle Nevado Ski Day Trip with Hotel Transfers: $45
Is it cheaper to fly into The Hague or Santiago?
Prices for flights to both Santiago and The Hague change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayThe Hague €95Santiago €21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in The Hague
For The Hague, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Small-Group Food Tour Scheveningen Beachside in The Hague: $77
- Private Indian Cooking Experience in Netherlands: $88
- The Hague Walking Food Tour: $105
Typical Food Prices in Santiago
Some typical examples of dining costs in Santiago are as follows:
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Empanada€1.74
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Hamburger€2.30
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Dinner€24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Santiago
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Santiago.
- Street Food Tour in Santiago with a Local Guide: $58
- Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $82
- 4-Hour Boozy Chilean Cooking Class in Santiago: $85
- 4h Cooking Class in Santiago : 8 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks: $85
- Food Tour STGO, Eat like Locals!: $99
- Santiago Food Tour: Bohemian Flavors and Local Gems: $109
- Dinner Show in Bali Hai with Wine refill and transportation: $114
- Private Dinner & Chilean Folk Show with Transfers: $116
- Alyan Winery Sunset with Wine Tastings and Dinner: $117
- Private Market Tour and Traditional Chilean Cooking Class in a Local Home: $125
- Bali Hai Dinner & Show, Transport and Wine refill: $128
- San Cristobal Hill Night Tour with Dinner Show: $129
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.The Hague €34Santiago €44
Tours and Activities in The Hague
For The Hague, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- The Hague Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $2.83
- The Hague 2-Hour Walking Tour | Discover The City With A Local: $3.53
- The Hague Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.40
- Hague: The Heart of Old Town Exploration Game and Tour: $7.06
- Power, Politics and Protests in The Hague Self Guided Tour: $7.99
- Courtyard Walking Tour: $9.31
- City Walking Tour: $9.31
- Stories, Streets and Local Bites: An Audio Tour of Delft: $9.99
- A Self-Guided Audio Tour of The Hague’s Historical Center: $9.99
- Team Up for a Playful Tour of The Hague: $12
- Discover Delft's Golden Age: A Self-Guided Tour: $12
- Pub Trail an adventure full of surprises: $13
Tours and Activities in Santiago
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Santiago are as follows:
- "Tour Tradicional" Viña Cousiño Macul Oficial español: $27
- "Tour Tradicional" Viña Cousiño Macul Oficial portugués: $27
- 1 Day Tour of Isla Negra Algarrobo and Viña Undurraga from Santiago: $112
- 1 Day Tour of Viña Concha y Toro from Santiago: $120
- 1 Day Valparaiso and Vina del Mar Tour from Santiago: $51
- 6 Hour Tour of Culture, History and Flavors from Santiago: $75
- A Fabulous Walking tour by the Old Santiago of Chile -: $25
- A Private Tour of Santiago with an Experienced Local Guide: $180
- A full Private Tour of Valparaiso from Santiago: $280
- A historical tour of Santiago, Chile: $18
- Adega Montes Guided Tour with Private Transportation: $300
- Adventure in Portillo: Laguna del Inca and Mountain Picnic: $100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayThe Hague €30Santiago €7.73
Sample the Local Flavors in The Hague
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in The Hague:
- Pub Crawl with Free Drinks and Entrance: $41
- The Hague Pub Crawl: Play, Explore, Enjoy!: $279
Sample the Local Flavors in Santiago
Also in Santiago, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Traditional Wine Tour in Viña Cousiño Macul Official English: $27
- Ludwig's Original Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry: $34
- Viña del Mar, Valparaiso, with Casablanca Wine Tasting: $59
- Viña del Mar, Valparaiso, with Wine Tasting: $60
- Valparaiso, Viña del Mar & Casablanca Wine Tour: $62
- Undurraga Winery Tour with Entry and Wine Tasting: $63
- Undurraga Wine tour: $70
- Undurraga Wine Tasting Tour from Santiago: $75
- Valparaiso Port and Viña del Mar with Casablanca Wine Tasting: $75
- Half Day Trip to Undurraga Vineyard from Santiago - Wine Tasting Included: $75
- Inca Lagoon and Vineyard Visit with Wine Tasting: $80
- Half Day Trip to Cousiño Macul Vineyard from Santiago - Wine Tasting Included: $87
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between The Hague and Santiago, we can see that The Hague is more expensive. And not only is Santiago much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since The Hague is in Europe and Santiago is in South America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Santiago would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Santiago and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in The Hague would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in The Hague than you might in Santiago.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is The Hague Expensive? and Is Santiago Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, The Hague or Santiago?
Santiago has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of The Hague. When comparing the sizes of The Hague and Santiago, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit The Hague or Santiago?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Santiago is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but The Hague has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit The Hague or Santiago in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to The Hague as well as Santiago. Many visitors come to The Hague in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, The Hague is cooler than Santiago. Typically, the summer temperatures in The Hague in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Santiago averages at about 21°C (70°F)in January.
The Hague usually gets more rain in July than Santiagoin January. The Hague gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryThe Hague 17°C (62°F)Santiago 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit The Hague or Santiago in the Autumn?
Both Santiago and The Hague are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to The Hague for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene during these months.
In October, The Hague is generally cooler than Santiagoin April. Daily temperatures in The Hague average around 11°C (51°F), and Santiago fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
In October, The Hague usually receives more rain than Santiagoin April. The Hague gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilThe Hague 11°C (51°F)Santiago 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit The Hague or Santiago in the Winter?
Both Santiago and The Hague during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to The Hague because of the shopping scene and the cuisine.
The weather in The Hague can be very cold. The Hague is much colder than Santiago in the winter. The daily temperature in The Hague averages around 2°C (36°F) in January, and Santiago fluctuates around 9°C (48°F)in July.
The Hague usually gets less rain in January than Santiagoin July. The Hague gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyThe Hague 2°C (36°F)Santiago 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit The Hague or Santiago in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both The Hague and Santiago. The activities around the city are the main draw to The Hague this time of year.
In the spring, The Hague is much colder than Santiago. Typically, the spring temperatures in The Hague in April average around 8°C (46°F), and Santiago averages at about 15°C (59°F)in October.
In April, The Hague usually receives more rain than Santiagoin October. The Hague gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberThe Hague 8°C (46°F)Santiago 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Santiago and The Hague
| The Hague | Santiago | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (36°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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